Pratik Surana

Pratik Surana

The victim of the Victim Mindset

A Victim Cannot Escape the Responsibility of the Crime – Kahlil Gibran The ageless quotation of Kahlil Gibran emphasises a universal truth, responsibility cannot be escaped independent of outside conditions. This wisdom is especially important in the workplace when addressing the victim perspective. This kind of thinking, whereby people see themselves as helpless against obstacles, …

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Aligning Corporate Strategy with Individual Key Performance Indicators: An Academic Analysis with Global Examples

SummaryIn the contemporary business landscape, aligning organisational strategy with individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) is essential for attaining sustainable success. This article investigates the theoretical underpinnings of this alignment, analyses its practical ramifications, and presents global instances of companies that have effectively linked their strategic goals with employees’ KPIs. The article examines these cases to …

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Agility: The Necessary Devil at the Workplace

With Industry 4.0 and fast technological development, agility has evolved from a benefit to a need for survival. Industry disruptions are not sporadic events anymore; they are rather normal. Agility is the “necessary devil” in this high-stakes environment that drives companies and people to realign strategies, react fast, and flourish among uncertainty. As Dr. Pratik …

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Overcoming Founder Resistance to Growth in Owner-Based Companies: Breaking Barriers

In many owner-driven businesses, particularly in India and Asia, the founder frequently has a disproportionate influence on the direction of the company. Success springs from their vision, willingness to take chances, and tenacity. But the same founders can turn obstacles as firms grow significantly, fighting the change into multi-stakeholder, generally held companies. Often based in …

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Tariff War and Insecure Leadership

Uncertainty, fast technological change, and geopolitical complexity define the modern global corporate scene. Under such circumstances, whether a business succeeds or stagnates is mostly influenced by leadership. But, when leaders are motivated by insecurity and a fear of failure, their choices tend to be excessively protective and conservative. Although they appear to be meant to …

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The Quantum Revolution: Transforming People through People Development Strategy to maximise business results!

Small and Medium Businesses (SMEs) frequently face particular difficulties in the ever-changing business world, where change is the only constant. It can be extremely demanding to scale operations, assemble cohesive teams, and adapt business plans to cultural quirks. The Quantum Group, a company based in Pune, Singapore, and the Philippines, is committed to helping SMEs …

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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲

There is a strange archetype in the glitzy halls of corporate power: the superficially brilliant leader. Decisions shape destinies and strategy dictates success. These leaders are charismatic and captivating, but they frequently fail to provide their teams with the real guidance they need because of their impressive wardrobe, extensive vocabulary, and talent for theatrics. The …

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Read More »

The Stable Job You Rely On? It’s Already Disappearing.

Scene: A Café DiscussionTen years ago, Ravi and Priya, college friends, sat in a small café chatting about bygone days. Ravi seemed clearly concerned and stirred his coffee sloppily. Priya: “Ravi, you have been rather quiet. What is on your mind?Last week I lost my job, Ravi. Having twelve years of experience with the company, …

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Travel Blog

Discover Taal Lake, Taal Volcano, and Tagaytay City on an Enchanting Sunday.

On a whim on a Sunday between work and wanderlust, I left Makati City on a day trip to Taal Lake, Taal Volcano, and the scenic Tagaytay City, all in the pursuit of breathtaking landscapes, mouthwatering cuisine, and thrilling activities. The trip from Makati to Taal Lake begins in the morning. I left Makati City …

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Granting Voice: How Quantum Group Empowered the BPO Workforce in the Philippines

“What’s the harm in telling them the truth?”After a frustrating client meeting, Maria was speaking to her colleague Arnel with a trembling voice. To their German client, the Philippine BPO team had been attempting to explain a project delay. To avoid conflict, Arnel had softened the issue rather than confront it head-on. The answer? The …

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